Dick sat there, lost in thought, unaware that he had become the target of Lily, the Earl's daughter, previously imprisoned and now haunting his every step. He chewed his meat slowly, savoring each bite, oblivious to the unfolding events around him.
Once forcefully adopted as a servant by Angina, Dick had lost his freedom. But with this loss came a strange advantage: protection under the power of Angina. However, when weighed against the temporary shutdown of the simulation system, this advantage seemed trivial. A sigh escaped his lips as he pondered his situation.
"It's just for a year," Dick reassured himself. He had reached a crucial stage in his journey, a time for settling down and honing his skills. This year was a golden opportunity to enhance his witchcraft and other abilities through diligent practice.